STOP-DWI Program to Coordinate Fourth of July Weekend DWI Crackdown

Checkpoints and patrols run July 3-6, 2015

(Binghamton, NY) The Broome County STOP-DWI Program today announced that law enforcement agencies across Broome County will deploy special DWI enforcement patrols to help ensure that our roadways will be safe during the Fourth of July weekend.

The Fourth of July weekend is one of the deadliest holidays of the year due to drunk-driving crashes. According to data from NHTSA, during July 4th holiday period over the last five years (from 2009 to 2013), 750 people lost their lives in crashes involving drivers with a BAC of .08 or more.

“This Fourth of July holiday, you can show your patriotism by helping to make Broome County roads safer for everyone,” said Broome County Executive Debbie Preston.“Remember to have a plan to get home safely that doesn’t include drinking and driving.”

Don’t just make 4th of July party plans—make a plan to stay alive.

If you plan on drinking make arrangements now for how you’ll get home by downloading the free STOP-DWI Have A Plan mobile app at www.stopdwi.org/mobileapp

Consider getting a sober ride to take you to your destination so you won’t even have the option later to drive impaired

If you know someone who is about to drive or ride while impaired, take their keys and help them make safe travel arrangements to where they are going

If you’re hosting a party, offer non-alcoholic drinks and ask your quests to designate a sober driver in advance

STOP-DWI crackdowns are comprised of several periods organized by the New York State STOP-DWI Foundation. These efforts are supported with funding from both the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

For more information about Broome County STOP-DWI please visit: www.bcstopdwi.com or follow the program on Facebook.com/broomestopdwi or Twitter @broomestopdwi